A bold new initiative aimed at transforming Papua’s rural economy is underway with the formation of Kopdeskel Merah Putih (Village Red White Cooperatives)—a village-based cooperative model officially launched this week …
West Papua
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Swahili
Kadi ya Afya ya Papua Magharibi: Kuziba Mapengo ya Huduma ya Afya kwa Jumuiya za Wenyeji
by Senamanby SenamanKatika hatua kubwa kuelekea kuimarisha upatikanaji wa huduma za afya, Serikali ya Mkoa wa Papua Magharibi imezindua “Kartu Papua Barat Sehat” (Kadi ya Afya ya Papua Magharibi). Mpango huu unalenga …
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Social & Culture
West Papua Health Card: Bridging Healthcare Gaps for Indigenous Communities
by Senamanby SenamanIn a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare accessibility, the West Papua Provincial Government has launched the “Kartu Papua Barat Sehat” (West Papua Health Card). This initiative aims to complement the …
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Politics
The Free Papua Movement Slaugther 17 Civilians in Yahukimo Regency, Papua Pegunungan
by Senamanby SenamanThe Free Papua Movement (Organisasi Papua Merdeka/OPM) has long been associated with efforts to secede from Indonesia, advocating for Papua’s independence. Established in 1965, OPM has engaged in various armed …
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Social & Culture
Bakar Batu Tradition of Wamena City in Jayawijaya Regency, Papua Province
by Senamanby SenamanOne of the most famous traditions in Wamena City and other regions in Papua Province is called Bakar Batu. In terms of name, “Bakar” means to grill while “Batu” means …